๐ฐ Daily GK One Liners: 3rd February 2025
๐ International News
- Russian Lawmaker Vyacheslav Volodinโs Official Visit to India โ Strengthening Indo-Russian ties through discussions on economic, technological, and cultural collaborations.
- Indian Embassy Issues Evacuation Advisory in DRC โ Urgent call for Indians to leave Bukavu amid rising rebel conflict.
- New Zealand Grants Mount Taranaki Legal Personhood โ A historic move recognizing Mฤori spiritual ties and strengthening environmental protection.
๐ฎ๐ณ National News
- India to Host BRICS Youth Council Entrepreneurship Meeting โ Scheduled for March 3-7, focusing on "Youth Entrepreneurship for Sustainable Growth" with 45 BRICS representatives.
๐ก Defence News
- Indiaโs Defence Ministry Studies Lethal Autonomous Weapons Systems (LAWS) โ A pilot study in collaboration with MP-IDSA to explore AIโs role in modern warfare.
๐ Science & Technology
- Union Budget 2025 Boosts AI Development โ Increased funding for AI across sectors; new Centre of Excellence for AI in education announced.
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๐ข Quick Summary: Union Budget 2025-26
๐ฐ Key Highlights
- Economic Focus: Theme โSabka Vikasโ with emphasis on self-reliance, infrastructure, tax relief, and MSME growth.
- Fiscal Estimates:
- ๐ Total Expenditure: โน50.65 lakh crore
- ๐ Fiscal Deficit: 4.4% of GDP
- ๐๏ธ Capital Expenditure: โน11.21 lakh crore (3.1% of GDP)
๐ Agriculture & Rural Development
- ๐พ PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana: 100 Agri-Districts for 7 crore farmers.
- ๐ฐ Makhana Board (Bihar): Boost to processing & exports.
- ๐ณ Kisan Credit Card (KCC) Expansion: Loan limit increased to โน5 lakh.
- ๐ญ New Urea Plant (Assam): 12.7 lakh metric tons annual production.
๐ MSMEs & Startups
- ๐ข Revised MSME Classification: Higher investment & turnover limits.
- ๐ก Startup Fund of Funds: โน10,000 crore to support innovation.
- ๐ณ Micro Enterprise Credit Cards: โน5 lakh limit for small businesses.
- ๐ฉโ๐ผ SC/ST & Women Entrepreneurs Scheme: โน2 crore term loans.
๐๏ธ Infrastructure & Investment
- ๐๏ธ โน1.5 Lakh Crore State Loans: Interest-free capital expenditure boost.
- โ Maritime Development Fund: โน25,000 crore for port modernization.
- ๐ซ UDAN Scheme Expansion: 120 new regional airports.
- ๐ฌ Greenfield Airport (Bihar): Boosting regional connectivity.
- โ๏ธ Nuclear Energy Investment: โน20,000 crore for Small Modular Reactors (SMRs).
๐ Tax Reforms
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๐ฆ Income Tax Exemption: No tax up to โน12 lakh under the new regime.
๐ฐ New Tax Slabs:
- โน0 โ โน4 lakh: Nil
- โน4 โ โน8 lakh: 5%
- โน8 โ โน12 lakh: 10%
- โน12 โ โน24 lakh: 20%
- Above โน24 lakh: 30%
- ๐ TDS Limit Increases: Senior citizens, rent, and foreign remittances.
- ๐๏ธ GST & Customs Simplifications: Fewer slabs, duty cuts on essential goods.
๐ Why Read the Full Article?
โข Detailed Financial Breakdown: Key estimates, allocations, and deficit targets.
โข Sector-Specific Impacts: Agriculture, MSMEs, infrastructure, and taxation.
โข Growth Roadmap for India: How the budget supports economic expansion, employment, and self-reliance.
๐ Click here to explore the full article and gain deeper insights into India's Budget 2025-26.
๐ Quick Summary: Kavach ATP System โ Revolutionizing Railway Safety in India
๐น Key Highlights
- โ๏ธ Indiaโs Next-Gen Railway Safety System: Kavach, an Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system, is designed to prevent train collisions and optimize railway operations.
- ๐ Nationwide Implementation by 2030: The Indian government aims to fully integrate Kavach across major railway corridors within six years.
- ๐ก๏ธ SIL-4 Certified: The highest safety certification, ensuring reliability and minimal system failure.
- ๐ฐ Budget & Funding: โน2.65 lakh crore allocated for railways in Union Budget 2025-26, with a significant portion for Kavach deployment.
๐ Major Announcements & Features
1๏ธโฃ How Kavach Works
- ๐ Automatic Braking: Prevents overspeeding & signal violations.
- ๐ก Real-Time Signal Monitoring: Enhances driver awareness.
- ๐ฆ Collision Prevention: Detects & stops trains before accidents occur.
- ๐ค AI-Based Analytics: Predicts & prevents operational risks.
- โ๏ธ Weather-Resistant Technology: Works efficiently in extreme climates.
2๏ธโฃ Implementation Roadmap (2024-2030)
- ๐ Phase 1 (2024-25): Deployment on high-density corridors (Delhi-Mumbai, Delhi-Kolkata).
- ๐ Phase 2 (2026-27): Expansion to major passenger & freight routes.
- ๐ Phase 3 (2028-30): Nationwide coverage for safer rail travel.
3๏ธโฃ Kavach 4.0 โ Latest Upgrades
- ๐ Enhanced GPS Accuracy: Better navigation & train positioning.
- ๐ก Advanced Signal Processing: Improves communication between control centers & locomotives.
- ๐ค AI-Driven Risk Detection: Prevents potential failures before they occur.
๐ Impact on Indian Railways
- โ 95% Reduction in Train Collisions: Safer travel for millions.
- โ Optimized Train Schedules: Reduced delays & improved efficiency.
- โ Lower Maintenance Costs: Fewer accidents mean less infrastructure damage.
- โ Higher Passenger Confidence: Encourages more railway usage.
โ Challenges in Deployment
- ๐ง Integration with Old Systems: Many railway routes still operate on outdated technology.
- ๐ฐ High Implementation Costs: โน50 lakh per km for full-scale deployment.
- ๐ท Training Railway Staff: Workforce needs to be trained in ATP operations.
๐ฎ Future of Railway Safety in India
- ๐ AI & IoT-Based Rail Monitoring: Smart sensors for real-time diagnostics.
- ๐ก Global Integration: Aligning with ETCS (European Train Control System).
- ๐ Smart Automation: Using AI to improve scheduling & safety responses.
๐ Why Read the Full Article?
โข Detailed Insights: How Kavach is transforming railway safety.
โข Tech-Driven Railway Future: AI, automation & predictive analytics in action.
โข Government Strategy & Investment: How India is leading in railway modernization.
๐ Click here to explore the full article and gain deeper insights into the Kavach ATP system and its impact on Indian Railways.
